About
Schock's Towing
A Little About Us...
Schock’s Towing has been serving the Fox River Valley since 1958 and is family owned and operated. We are one of the largest tow companies in Northern Kane County. Our motto is “We strive for excellence,” and we do everything in our power to achieve that. We will always do our best to give our customers the most accurate E.T.A. and highest quality service that we can. Our fleet of 10 trucks are radio & G.P.S. dispatched. Our employees are courteous, uniformed, Wreckmastered, and IDOT Traffic Incident Management Trained.
We offer fair pricing and a wide spread of services including Light, medium, and heavy-duty towing, recovery work, out of fuel, lock outs, jump starts, tire changes, equipment hauling, and motorcycle towing.
Schock’s Towing has always been family owned and is currently owned and operated by Alex Tilford.
About
Year Established
Specialties
- Heavy Duty Towing
- Light Duty Towing
- Recovery
- Long Distance
- Equipment Hauling
- Specialty Vehicle Hauling
Brands
Business Hours
Holiday Hours
Associations
- BBB
- Wreckmaster
Services
- Towing
Pickup and Delivery
Payment Options
- American Express
- Cash
- Check
- Discover
- MasterCard
- Visa
Languages
- English
Good to Know
Products
Schock’s Towing is the premier towing service serving the Fox Valley area, with longstanding community and municipal recognition.
Steps to Take When You Need Towing Services in Elgin, IL & The I-90 Area
- Stay Safe: Move your vehicle to a safe location if possible. Turn on your hazard lights and ensure you're out of harm's way.
- Assess the Situation: Determine if you need a tow or if minor roadside assistance, such as a jump start, might solve the issue.
- Gather Information: Take note of your vehicle's make, model, and exact location. This will help dispatchers assist you more efficiently.
- Contact Schock's Towing: Call Schock's Towing at 847-428-2603. Provide details about your situation, including your location, vehicle type, and any specific needs, such as heavy-duty towing or semi-truck recovery.
- Prepare Documentation: Have your driver's license, vehicle registration, and insurance information ready for the tow truck driver.
- Wait for Assistance: Schock's Towing aims for a 45-minute or less response time in the Chicagoland and I90 areas, ensuring help arrives quickly.
Why Choose Schock's Towing?
- Over 65 Years of Experience: Schock's Towing has been serving Elgin, IL, Chicagoland I-90, and the Fox Valley area since 1958. Our expert team is ready to handle all your towing needs, from light to heavy-duty jobs.
- Heavy-Duty Specialists: We specialize in semi-truck towing and vehicle recovery along I90, providing fast, reliable services when you need them most.
- Quick Response Time: With a centrally located base in Gilberts, IL, we pride ourselves on responding within 45 minutes or less for most calls.
- Trusted by Chicagoland: For decades, we’ve earned a reputation for professionalism and efficiency, making us the go-to towing service for the region.
Proudly Providing Towing Services to These Areas
serving Areas
Addison
Algonquin
Arlington Heights
Barrington
Bartlett
Belvidere
Carpentersville
Cary
Crystal Lake
DeKalb
Des Plaines
Dundee
East Dundee
Elburn
Elgin
Elk Grove Village
Elmhurst
Fox River Grove
Geneva
Genoa
Gilberts
Hampshire
Hanover Park
Harvard
Hoffman Estates
Huntley
Island Lake
Kingston
Lake Barrington
Lake in the Hills
Marengo
McHenry
Mount Prospect
Oak Brook
Palatine
Pingree Grove
Poplar Grove
Ringwood
Rolling Meadows
Rosemont
Schaumburg
Sleepy Hollow
South Barrington
South Elgin
Streamwood
St. Charles
Sycamore
West Chicago
West Dundee
Woodstock
Wonder Lake
and surrounding areas
Business Hours
24/7 Emergency Hours
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